Algiers
Algiers, Tipaza & the Casbah
Four days in the white city: the Casbah's palaces, the bay from Notre-Dame d'Afrique and the Roman ruins of Tipaza by the sea.
From €590
City break
Algiers in depth: culture, music and antiquity
Eight unhurried days based in Algiers: the Casbah and its palaces, the great museums, the Grand Mosque, the Jardin d'Essai, a day at Roman Tipaza and an evening of chaâbi music.
Overview
Algiers deserves more than a day. This stay is based in a guesthouse in the centre and lets you explore the capital at your own pace: the Casbah and the Palais des Raïs, the Bardo and Fine Arts museums, the Hamma botanical garden, the Grand Mosque and the city's Christian heritage, from Notre-Dame d'Afrique to the diocese.
One day takes you west to Tipaza and the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania. The trip ends with an evening of chaâbi, the music of Algiers. Ideal for a first visit or for travellers who prefer to settle in one place.
Day by day
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Day 1 Arrival in Algiers Algiers
Welcome at the airport and transfer to a guesthouse in the centre.
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Day 2 The Casbah Algiers
The Casbah, the Palais des Raïs and the basilica of Notre-Dame d'Afrique above the bay.
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Day 3 Bardo and the city centre Algiers
The Bardo museum, a walk through the colonial-era centre and the seafront.
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Day 4 Fine Arts and the Jardin d'Essai Algiers
The National Museum of Fine Arts and the Hamma botanical garden.
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Day 5 Day trip to Tipaza Tipaza
The Roman ruins of Tipaza by the sea and the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania.
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Day 6 Grand Mosque and Christian heritage Algiers
The Grand Mosque of Algiers in the morning and the diocese of Algiers in the afternoon.
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Day 7 Last discoveries and chaâbi evening Algiers
A cultural house, an old café in the lower Casbah and an evening of chaâbi music.
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Day 8 Departure Algiers
Transfer to Algiers airport for your flight.
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All road transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- English- or French-speaking local guide throughout
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Entrance fees to the sites in the programme
Not included
- International and domestic flights (unless stated)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Lunches and dinners not mentioned
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips
Practical information
- Departures
- Private departures on the dates you choose. Ask us about small-group dates in season.
- Accommodation
- Selected hotels and guesthouses in double or twin rooms, with breakfast.
- Group size
- 1 – 12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Easy
A valid passport (6 months) and an Algerian visa or visa-on-arrival authorisation are required. We send the invitation documents you need once your booking is confirmed. See our practical information (checked 19 October 2026).
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